Many additives are needed only in very small volumes and often generate only marginal profits for manufacturers. “Unless the chemical manufacturer conducts the necessary tests for a certain use, the downstream user has to do it, and this may place an enormous burden on financial, human and R&D resources of companies,” Dr. Matthias added.
CEPE has established a working group (Chemicals Policy) which is preparing specific documents regarding the White Paper’s REACH system and the categories of intended use. For more information contact CEPE, Av Van Nieuwenhuyse, 4 , B-1160 Brussels; 32-2-676-74-80; Fax : 32-2-676-74-90; E-mail: secretariat@cepe.org.